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CPL Holder Shoots Back After Being Mugged

By Jacob Paulsen / October 29, 2015

In Detroit earlier in October 2015 a man was sitting at a bus stop waiting for his bus when he was approached by three armed criminals who demanded he hold still or die. They proceeded to take his money. Excited by their loot they were…

A Happy and Safe Halloween 2015

By Jacob Paulsen / October 28, 2015

Every October 31, children all over go door to door, trick-or-treating. It is very important to take safety precautions and prepare before allowing your children to go out. Before your children go trick or treating, please ensure the following things:

Maine and Pennsylvania Cease Permit Reciprocity

By Jacob Paulsen / October 27, 2015

We have been informed that Maine and Pennsylvania will no longer honor each other’s concealed carry permits. You may recall that recently Maine had two new laws go into effect that instituted constitutional carry in the state and extended reciprocity to any out of state permit whose state also honored Maine’s permit.

Everything You Need to Know About Universal Background Checks

By Jacob Paulsen / October 23, 2015

Of the many common rhetoric of the gun-control lobby, one of the more frequent we hear is a call for “Universal background checks.” This article covers all the core points surrounding the arguments for and against this legislation. Next time you hear anyone call “Universal background checks” a good idea please send them the link to this article.

Concealed Carry Holder Saves Woman and Children From Violent Car Jacker

By Jacob Paulsen / October 22, 2015

The driver, despite being assaulted refused to give up control of the car while she shouted “My kids are in the car, my kids are in the car.” Witnesses said the suspect wrestled with the woman at one point dragging her from the car to the ground but she got back in the car fighting for control.

Nevada Now Honoring South Dakota Permit

By Jacob Paulsen / October 22, 2015

On June 19th we reported on the effects of Nevada SB 175 in changing the requirements in Nevada for honoring other state’s permits. At that time Nevada started to honor permits from twelve additional states. Now you can add a thirteenth state to that list.

Number One Top Selling Water Filtration Device

By Jacob Paulsen / October 21, 2015

There’s something different about the #1, top selling water filtration device. Called the LifeStraw, it won Time magazine’s “Innovation of the Year” award.

What Is Cognitive Dissonance and What Does it Have to Do With Politics and Gun Safety

By Jacob Paulsen / October 20, 2015

Among the most natural of human instincts is the need to convince oneself that one’s actions are good and acceptable. In order to understand what is generally called self-justification we have to start with another scientific term; cognitive dissonance.

Constitutional Carry Goes Into Effect in Maine

By Jacob Paulsen / October 15, 2015

This law allows that all residents of Maine who are not otherwise prohibited by law from possessing a firearm may carry concealed without obtaining a Concealed handgun Permit (CHP). The law still allows that those who travel outside of the state can obtain a permit so they will have the same reciprocity as is already in place outside of the state.

Craigslist Robbers Meet Concealed Carry Holder

By Jacob Paulsen / October 15, 2015

One of the lawful citizens drew his concealed weapon and started to actively defend himself and his father. Two of the three attackers were shot and the third escaped. Luckily in this situation the police as so far acknowledged that the shooting was justified.

Maine Now Honors Permits from 16 New States

By Jacob Paulsen / October 15, 2015

On June 5th, 2015 Legislative Document 868 was signed into law by Governor Paul LePage of Maine. Described as “An Act To Remove Limitations on Reciprocity for Concealed Handguns Permits” the change removes the power from the state police to enter into reciprocity agreements and instead forces Maine to recognize any resident permit from any state that also honors the Maine Concealed Handgun permit.

Free eBook and Weekly Survival Articles

By Jacob Paulsen / October 14, 2015

Also, as a way of “bringing everyone up to speed” we have compiled all of the past articles we have written and published them as a digital book called “Survive Anything.” This book is available for free to any member of our website. Just login and look at the bottom of your profile page in order to access it.

Olive Garden Employee Refuses Service to Uniformed Police Officer

By Jacob Paulsen / October 12, 2015

When I first saw the headline I thought it was a joke. I know there are a lot of businesses out there that have policies against firearms… anyone who carries concealed is familiar with that reality. I have never heard of a business refusing to serve a law enforcement officer.

Concealed Carry Permit Holder Assaulted And Disarmed

By Jacob Paulsen / October 9, 2015

The firearm carrying citizen went into a store bathroom and was followed by another man who attacked him with a punch in the face. When the firearm owner fell to the ground the attacker stole his firearm from him and turned it on the gun owner.

Soft Launch of USA Firearm Resources App in Google Play

By Jacob Paulsen / October 8, 2015

If you have an Android device (Google operating system) we would strongly like to request that you consider downloading our app and giving it a whirl. We are anxious to get feedback from real users so we can work on the next version. I’m sure there is room for improvement but need you to tell us where to start.